How to remove steering column applies to 1992-1995 Honda Civics.
Before removing steering column or column components, disable air bags. Accidental air bag deployment could cause serious bodily injury.
Removal
- Remove steering wheel and horn pad. Remove combination switch and set aside on vehicle floor. DO NOT disconnect combination switch connector. Disconnect remaining wire connectors from left side fuse box, under dash.
- Remove steering joint cover. Center tilt lock assembly. Remove steering joint bolts. Slide steering joint upward on column. Align steering joint upper bolt hole with groove around column. Loosely install upper bolt.
- Loosen, but DO NOT REMOVE, column holder flange bolts. Remove upper and lower column covers. Remove holder flange bolts. Remove steering column assembly.
Installation
- Guide steering shaft through firewall. Align bolt hole in steering joint with slot in steering gear pinion shaft. Install steering joint on pinion shaft. Loosely install steering joint bolt. Install steering column and column holder flange bolts. Tighten bolts to specification.
- Connect ignition switch connector. Install steering joint cover. Install combination switch, canceling sleeve and circlip. Install cable reel assembly, taking care to align slot in canceling sleeve with projection on cable reel.
- Install SRS wire harness on underside of column bracket with clip. Install upper and lower column covers. Install driver’s side knee bolster and dashboard lower cover. Install steering wheel and air bag assembly.
Steering column overhaul is not recommended by manufacturer. If worn or damaged, replace steering column as an assembly.
Torque Specifications – FT. Lbs (N.m)
- Lower Column Holder Flange Bolts: 29 (39)
- Lower Steering Joint Bolts: 16 (22)
- Steering Wheel Nut: 37 (50)
- Tilt Lock Bolt: 15 (20)
Torque Specifications – Inch Lbs. (N.m)
- Air Bag Assembly Torx Bolts: 89 (10)
- Tilt Lock Nut (Left-Hand Thread): 89 (10)
- Tilt Lock Plate Bolt: 89 (10)
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